Events in Rochdale - Cabaret

Feauturing the Jonnie Casson Laughter Show and guest brass band.

From the minute you meet the very likeable Johnnie Casson you know he not only tells funny stories based on his life, he also has genuinely funny bones! 

"Hilarious" Des O'Connor

"A lovely, funny man" Bruce Forsyth

Box Office Hours: Monday - Friday 10.00am - 6.00pm

Will have you in stitches as he shares his hilarious tales of life as a schools inspector in the Yorkshire Dales. Dubbed "the James Herriot of schools" this best selling author, radio & TV personality is not to be missed! One of Britain's most popular writers and performers, Gervase is best known for his five autobiographical novels including "The Other Side of the Dale" and "Up and Down in the Dales"

With a keen ear for the absurd and sharp eye for the ludicrous, Gervase Phinn has delighted audiences all over the UK with stories of his experiences. Gervase embarks on his 9th national tour and we are thrilled he is coming to the Gracie Fields.

"A born raconteur" The Guardian

"Funny, touching and entertaining"
The Daily Express

"He tells a cracking good tale"
The Times

Box Office Hours: Monday - Friday 10.00am - 6.00pm

As Britain gets ready to vote in the biggest election in a generation, the country’s top satirical impressionist takes to the road again for his first stand-up tour in five years.

In the run-up to polling day, Rory Bremner will give his own unique take on the characters and events dominating the news, with impressions ranging from Gordon Brown to Louis Walsh and back again. WARNING: May not contain Nick Clegg!

Described as a ‘one-man opposition party’ Rory has been at the heart of political comedy for twenty years. Here’s a chance to see him in action live.

The election run-up will give Rory the chance to involve surprise guests in a Q and A session in the second half of the show. Watch this space! 

Box Office Hours: Monday - Friday 10.00am - 6.00pm

The BBC summed it up in one word Magnificent!
Fun all the way as the 'Purveyors of Cool' come to Middleton Arena with a sensational show featuring the greatest music of the 20th century.

This show has been successful all over the world from the USA to Turkey. It's totally live and every song is an absolute classic - Come Fly With Me, Volare, Under My Skin, Mr Bojangles, Lady Is A Tramp, Mack The Knife and many more. Plus of course this is interspersed with lots of hanky panky as their timeless soiree remains the hottest party around.

Tales from a Country Auctioneer

A witty and entertaining show from an author and raconteur who brings to life a world where the most valuable antiques often turn up in the most unlikey places!
Philip is a regular expert on BBC's Bargain Hunt & Flog It!

"Marvellous…. Forget about car boot sales & eBay, this is the real thing" Independent on Sunday.

Box Office Hours: Monday - Friday 10.00am - 6.00pm

Don't miss one of the most celebrated Psychic Mediums Colin Fry as he delivers messages of love and comfort in his brand new FREE SPIRIT TOUR. Be stunned by his breathtaking accuracy in this all new show as he conducts an evening of intimate communication with your loved ones. Psychic phenomenon Colin Fry of Televisions 6th Sense, Psychic Private Eyes, The Three Mediums and Colin Fry Live!

Box Office Hours: Monday - Friday 10.00am - 6.00pm

Informative and fun, liberally splashed with BBC anecdotes!

This fun evening will let you in on weather phenomena:- rainbows, lightening, thunder, tornadoes and hurricanes. Bill Giles OBE shares his memories from the RAF, observing the H-Bomb tests in the South Pacific through to being Head of the BBC Weather Centre and not forgetting TV bloomers at Television Centre!

An evening liberally splashed with anecdotes on his fellow presenters, Bill will answer all your questions on the weather. There will be a chance for the audience to chat informally with Bill both during the interval and after the show.

Box Office Hours: Monday - Friday 10.00am - 6.00pm